Full Description
A remarkable collection of beautiful and informative maps, many over double pages.
An illustrative account of the development of this part of central Asia over more than four centuries
From Cassackia to Kazakhstan is a
collection of fascinating historical maps. The uniqueness of the collection
lies in the fact that all the geographical maps presented are original and
authentic historical documents from the 16th to the 20th centuries, starting
with a 1540 map ornamented with sea creatures. It is particularly noteworthy
that in addition to maps from Europe, Russia, and the United States, maps
published in China and Japan are also included.
The
maps which have undergone expert verification for authenticity present the
development of Kazakh statehood and demonstrate the changing boundaries of the
historical territory leading to modern Kazakhstan. This enables the reader to
clearly appreciate the historical process of the evolution of Kazakh statehood.
The
maps and illustrations are compiled in chronolog ical order and each map is
accompanied by a bibliographic description with additional information,
including the origin of the map.
This
collection of 51 antique historical maps was donated to the National Museum of
the Republic of Kazakh stan to provide public access for anyone interested in
the history of Kazakhstan.
